Serving 2,933 students in grades 9-12, Neshaminy High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,933 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neshaminy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Neshaminy High School's student population of 2,933 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 158 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,933 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
158 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Neshaminy High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neshaminy High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#578 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
5%
14%
White
76%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neshaminy High School's ranking?
Neshaminy High School is ranked #578 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Neshaminy High School often compared to?
Neshaminy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pennsbury High School, Bensalem Twp High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Neshaminy High School?
The graduation rate of Neshaminy High School is 94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Neshaminy High School?
2,933 students attend Neshaminy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Neshaminy High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Neshaminy High School?
Neshaminy High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Neshaminy High School offer ?
Neshaminy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Neshaminy High School part of?
Neshaminy High School is part of Neshaminy School District.
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